Food Pans are custom-printed paperboard food containers for restaurants, caterers, and meal-prep brands that need branded packaging for hot and cold service. Made from sturdy paperboard and printed full-color, they put your name on every order that leaves the kitchen.
A printed pan turns a plain takeout container into a marketing surface, so every delivery and pickup carries your brand instead of a blank lid. The paperboard build holds its shape through stacking and transport, which matters when orders move in volume during a rush. Caterers use them for portioned sides, mains, and grab-and-go meals at events.
Materials & Specifications
- Material: paperboard, 300-400gsm
- Printing: full-color CMYK
- Finishing: matte or gloss lamination, spot UV
- Print: custom branding on the visible surface
- Paper source: FSC-certified option available
Best Used For
- Restaurant takeout and delivery service
- Catered events and portioned side dishes
- Meal-prep and subscription meal brands
- Grab-and-go counters and food halls
Printing & Finishing
Add matte lamination for a clean, low-glare look or gloss for richer color, and use spot UV to make your logo catch the light. Every finish here is valid on paperboard, so your Food Pans stay both branded and structurally sound.
Why Order from Teal
We manufacture in the US, which keeps your production and shipping close to home. The standard minimum order is 50 units, with 100 or more reserved for specialty rigid packaging. You get free design help, free US shipping, full-color CMYK printing, and an FSC-certified paper option. Standard production is 7 business days, and a 5-day rush is available.
FAQ
What's the minimum order quantity? The standard minimum is 50 units. Specialty rigid products are the only items that start at 100 or more.
How long is production? Standard production takes 7 business days, with a 5-day rush option for faster turnaround.
Can I get a sample? Yes. Order the free sample kit (just $19.99 shipping), which is credited to your first order.
Tell us your design and we'll get back to you within 4 business hours with a free quote.
How to Order Food Pans
Ordering custom food pans is simple:
- Submit a quote request with your dimensions, quantity, and design references
- Receive quote guidance within one business day
- Send your artwork or work with our design team (free dieline + 2 revision rounds)
- Approve the digital proof and production begins
- Standard production takes 7 business days after proof approval; complex or high-volume orders may require 10-14 business days
